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Swiss Space Industry Soars: Inside Switzerland’s Satellite & NewSpace Revolution

Swiss Space Industry Soars: Inside Switzerland’s Satellite & NewSpace Revolution

Introduction Switzerland may be known for its precision watches and banks, but it’s also quietly becoming a powerhouse in the space and satellite industry. With a dynamic ecosystem that blends academic excellence, deep-tech entrepreneurship, and strong public support, the Alpine nation is making its mark beyond Earth’s atmosphere. Renato Krpoun, head of the Swiss Space Office, attributes this success to Switzerland’s unique environment: “Switzerland’s stable political environment, neutrality and high standard of living are fundamental pillars for the success of the Swiss space ecosystem.” globalairspaceradar.com. In recent years, the Swiss space sector has seen record investments, pioneering start-ups, and major
18 september 2025
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Switzerland’s Digital Backbone: A 2025 Guide to Internet and Satellite Connectivity

Switzerland’s Digital Backbone: A 2025 Guide to Internet and Satellite Connectivity

As of early 2024, about 8.74 million people in Switzerland were internet users, roughly 99% of the population. More than 96% of people aged 15–88 use the internet, and 51% of those aged 75+ report online daily. By the end of 2022, fixed broadband subscriptions reached 48.2 per 100 inhabitants, the highest rate in the OECD. The fixed broadband market is led by Swisscom with around 48% share in Q4 2022, followed by Sunrise about 28%, Salt around 4%, and Quickline plus regional networks about 13%. Fiber deployment covers about 46% of Swiss homes by 2023, with Swisscom targeting 57%
11 juli 2025
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Lakshmi Mittal Quits UK for Switzerland and Dubai: Naïa Island, Labour’s Tax Shock and the New Billionaire Flight

Lakshmi Mittal Quits UK for Switzerland and Dubai: Naïa Island, Labour’s Tax Shock and the New Billionaire Flight

London/Dubai – 24 November 2025 — Lakshmi N Mittal, the Indian‑origin “King of Steel” and for years one of Britain’s richest residents, has now formally joined the growing billionaire exodus from the UK. After nearly three decades in London, Mittal has shifted his tax residence to Switzerland and is expected to spend much of his time in Dubai, where he already owns a mansion and has bought plots on the ultra‑exclusive Naïa Island, according to multiple media reports citing advisers and sources close to the family. The Times His move, widely reported today across UK, Indian and Gulf outlets, comes
24 november 2025
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Swiss Drone Laws 2025: The Ultimate Guide to Rules, Restrictions, and Requirements

Swiss Drone Laws 2025: The Ultimate Guide to Rules, Restrictions, and Requirements

On January 1, 2023, Switzerland officially adopted EU drone regulations (EASA), introducing Open/Specific/Certified categories and a 120 m altitude cap. The minimum age to pilot a drone solo is 12, with pilots aged 12–15 requiring supervision by a 16+ year-old. Operator registration with FOCA is mandatory for drones with a camera or weighing 250 g or more, and a single registration covers all drones. Visual line of sight (VLOS) is required at all times, and FPV flights are allowed only if a co-located observer maintains unaided visual contact. The maximum altitude is 120 m above ground level, with FOCA authorization
23 juni 2025
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Zurich Drone Laws 2025 – 10 Things You Must Know Before You Fly

Zurich Drone Laws 2025 – 10 Things You Must Know Before You Fly

Zurich follows Swiss federal drone law under FOCA; there are no separate Zurich drone laws, though local rules may restrict use near parks, events, or sensitive sites such as the Kasernenareal. There is no distinction between recreational and commercial drone use in Switzerland; both follow the same rules, including registration, pilot testing, insurance, altitude limits, and no-fly zones. Drones with cameras or weighing 250 g or more must be registered in FOCA’s UAS operator database, yielding an operator ID such as CHEXXXXXXXX that must be visibly affixed to the drone. Drones 250 g or more require an online A1/A3 basic
20 augustus 2025
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Swiss Stock Market Week Ahead: SIX Swiss Exchange SMI Outlook After SNB Hold, UBS Rally and US Tariff Relief (Updated Dec 14, 2025)

Swiss Stock Market Week Ahead: SIX Swiss Exchange SMI Outlook After SNB Hold, UBS Rally and US Tariff Relief (Updated Dec 14, 2025)

As Switzerland heads into a new trading week, the SIX Swiss Exchange is entering mid-December with a familiar mix of defensive strength (pharma and consumer staples), policy-driven uncertainty (bank regulation and tariffs), and stock-specific catalysts that can still move the Swiss Market Index (SMI) despite a typically thinner year-end calendar. The SMI closed Friday, December 12 at 12,887.48, down 0.14% on the day and 0.4% lower week-on-week, leaving the 13,000-point level as the key psychological marker traders continue to watch. finanzen.ch The late-week pullback also extended a short losing streak, with the index giving up roughly 100 points (about 0.8%)
14 december 2025
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SIX Swiss Exchange Update (Dec. 20, 2025): SMI Near 13,200 as Trading Hits CHF 1 Trillion, EuroCTP Tape Chosen, and 2026 Outlook Takes Shape

SIX Swiss Exchange Update (Dec. 20, 2025): SMI Near 13,200 as Trading Hits CHF 1 Trillion, EuroCTP Tape Chosen, and 2026 Outlook Takes Shape

Zurich — Dec. 20, 2025. Swiss markets are paused for the weekend, but the Swiss Exchange story is still moving. The most recent session (Friday, Dec. 19) left the Swiss Market Index (SMI) hovering just shy of the 13,200 area, while the market digested a busy December mix of exchange milestones (turnover and ETF listings), big regulatory plumbing news (Europe’s consolidated tape decision), and a macro backdrop defined by a zero-rate Swiss National Bank and softer—but still positive—growth forecasts for 2026. ESMA+4Nasdaq+4Trading Economics+4 At the center sits SIX Swiss Exchange, the core trading venue in Switzerland and part of the
20 december 2025
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Swiss Stock Market Week Ahead: SNB at 0%, UBS Capital-Rules Compromise, Tariff Relief, and the Key Catalysts to Watch (Dec 15–19, 2025)

Swiss Stock Market Week Ahead: SNB at 0%, UBS Capital-Rules Compromise, Tariff Relief, and the Key Catalysts to Watch (Dec 15–19, 2025)

Zurich, Dec 13, 2025 — Swiss equities head into the new week with a familiar mix of “defensive resilience” and headline-driven volatility. The Swiss Market Index (SMI) spent the past several sessions grinding lower and struggling to hold early gains, even as global markets digested a U.S. rate cut and a potentially meaningful easing of trade pressure on Swiss exporters. The setup for the Swiss stock market week ahead is unusually layered: Below is what matters most for investors watching the SMI, large-cap Swiss defensives, and Switzerland’s globally exposed cyclicals in the week ahead. Where the SMI stands after a
13 december 2025
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UBS Group AG Stock Jumps to a 17-Year High on Swiss Capital-Rule Compromise: News, Forecasts, and What’s Next (12 Dec 2025)

UBS Group AG Stock Jumps to a 17-Year High on Swiss Capital-Rule Compromise: News, Forecasts, and What’s Next (12 Dec 2025)

UBS Group AG (SIX: UBSG / NYSE: UBS) surged to its highest level since 2008 after Swiss lawmakers floated a potential compromise on stricter post–Credit Suisse capital rules. Here’s what’s driving UBS stock on 12 December 2025, what analysts forecast, and the key catalysts and risks investors are watching. Published: Friday, December 12, 2025 UBS Group AG stock is closing out the week in the spotlight. On December 12, 2025, UBS shares jumped to their highest level since 2008, after Swiss lawmakers proposed a compromise that could soften the impact of planned tougher capital requirements introduced in the wake of
12 december 2025
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UBS Stock Rallies on Bank of America Upgrade as Swiss Capital Rules and Credit Suisse Integration Shape the 2026 Outlook

UBS Stock Rallies on Bank of America Upgrade as Swiss Capital Rules and Credit Suisse Integration Shape the 2026 Outlook

Zurich / New York — Tuesday, December 16, 2025 — UBS Group AG stock (NYSE: UBS / SIX: UBSG) is back in the spotlight after a high-profile analyst upgrade helped propel shares higher, even as investors continue to weigh two major medium-term forces: the complex, multi-year integration of Credit Suisse and Switzerland’s evolving “too big to fail” capital framework for systemically important banks. In U.S. trading on December 16, UBS ADRs were last indicated around $44.39, up roughly $1.70 (about +4%) intraday, based on market data timestamped at 15:38 UTC. That pop didn’t happen in a vacuum. It lands in
16 december 2025
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Swiss Exchange Update (21 Dec 2025): SIX’s SMI Near 13,200 as Holiday Closures Loom and 2026 Forecasts Turn Cautiously Optimistic

Swiss Exchange Update (21 Dec 2025): SIX’s SMI Near 13,200 as Holiday Closures Loom and 2026 Forecasts Turn Cautiously Optimistic

ZURICH — 21 December 2025 — Switzerland’s stock market is heading into the final holiday‑shortened trading stretch of the year with the Swiss Market Index (SMI) still hovering near the upper end of its recent range. The benchmark closed at 13,171.85 on Friday (19 Dec), up 0.27%, with the broader SPI also slightly higher and mid-caps mixed, according to SIX market data. SIX That’s the headline number investors will carry into year‑end positioning — but the more interesting story is the one behind the tape: SIX Swiss Exchange is closing 2025 after a year of record turnover milestones, product‑market tweaks
21 december 2025
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Swiss Stock Market Today, December 10, 2025: SMI Slips Below 12,900 Ahead of Pivotal Fed Rate Decision

Swiss Stock Market Today, December 10, 2025: SMI Slips Below 12,900 Ahead of Pivotal Fed Rate Decision

The Swiss stock market spent Wednesday, 10 December 2025, in risk‑off mode. The Swiss Market Index (SMI) opened lower and extended its decline through the session as investors positioned cautiously before tonight’s crucial US Federal Reserve decision and tomorrow’s Swiss National Bank (SNB) policy update. Intraday data showed the SMI starting the day around 12,880 points (about ‑0.4%) and drifting further into the red, leaving the benchmark roughly 0.7–0.8% lower and just above 12,800 by late trade.finanzen.ch+2MarketScreener Deutschland+2 That keeps the index only a few percentage points below its all‑time high around 13,200 points reached earlier this year.TradingView+1 Swiss stock
10 december 2025
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